Our story 

​When our family found the Brookwood property in 2003 it had been rented as a triplex for 30 years. It needed some love, but when we found the property, we immediately recognized the magical quality of the location on Back Creek. Over the years we have
seen all types of wildlife, birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish! We also recognized the creativity and purpose with which the original designer and builder, Arnold Shropshire had approached the property. We designed, renovated, and added on to the original footprint, and  moved into Brookwood after 18 months of hands-on construction by the whole family and many helpers. A few years later we renovated the pool and began the ongoing process of landscaping.

 

Brookwood House is a haven for everyone: people from all backgrounds, all religions, and identities. We are proud supporters and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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We are committed to Tikkun Olam, the Jewish concept of repairing the world. There are many ways to do that. We do our part by supporting the rights of all our community members, always paying a fair wage, and donating to local, national, and international charities every year. We avoid purchasing mass-market art because we know there are talented people working hard to bring us real, human-made works of art. It’s important to us to support the makers.

We incorporate a variety of practices to decrease our environmental impact, including the use of solar panels, composting, recycling, and generally practicing responsible habits regarding water and electricity. We also provide eco-friendly products for you to use during your stay in the home. We encourage our guests to be conscious of their habits during their stay.